Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship in New York

Wages, programs & career outlook

Sheet metal workers fabricate and install the ductwork, gutters, metal roofing, and specialty panels used in HVAC and architectural applications. Expect shop fabrication, field installation, and a mix of hand tools, power shears, and CNC cutting equipment.

NY Median Salary
$73,470/yr
+21% vs. national
National Median
$60,850/yr
NY Employment
6,190
Sheet Metal Workers employed
NY Sponsors
13
Registered programs
Training Term
4.0 yrs
Time-Based
Job Growth
2.4%
2024–2034 projected
Annual Openings
10,600
Nationally, per yr

Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship in New York: Quick Facts

What apprenticeship means here

A registered sheet metal worker apprenticeship in New York combines paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Programs typically run 4.0 years and follow a time-based structure. You earn wages from day one — apprentices are employees, not students.

New York pay vs. national

Median sheet metal worker wages in New York are $73,470/year, +21% above the national median of $60,850. Wages scale with experience — journey-level workers earn substantially more than apprentices.

Where to find programs

New York has 13 registered apprenticeship sponsors for sheet metal worker listed in the U.S. Department of Labor's apprenticeship.gov directory. The sponsor list further down includes joint labor-management programs (JATCs), individual employers, and contractor associations.

Job-market outlook

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 2.4% job growth for sheet metal workers nationally between 2024 and 2034, with approximately 10,600 annual openings each year (replacement plus growth combined). Apprenticeship demand tends to track local construction and infrastructure spending — New York-specific outlook can vary from national figures.

New York Wage Spread

Annual wages for Sheet Metal Workers in New York across all experience levels.

10th pct
$43,260
Median
$73,470
90th pct
$120,490
Middle 50% of workers earn $56,090$91,990

Current Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship Openings in New York

No sheet metal worker apprenticeship openings are currently listed on apprenticeship.gov for New York. The sponsors listed below accept applications on a rolling basis — contact them directly. Consider setting up an alert on apprenticeship.gov to be notified when new listings are posted.

Listings aggregated from apprenticeship.gov (US Dept. of Labor). Data refreshed daily.

Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship Sponsors in New York

13 sheet metal worker-related registered sponsors identified in the DOL ApprenticeshipUSA directory for New York. Directory lists sponsor names only — contact each organization directly to confirm current sheet metal worker apprenticeship openings.

Organization City County
A-Plus Sheetmetal, Inc. Bohemia
D.B.H. Sheet Metal, Corp. Dba Blake Sheet Metal Bohemia
Sheet Metal Workers Local 38 Craft Training Fund Brewster
Sheet Metal Workers Local Union #38 Brewster Putnam County
Sheetmetal Workers Jac Lu #71 Buffalo
Capital District Sheetmetal Jac Lu #83 Clifton Park
Sheetmetal Workers Jac Syracuse Lu #58 East Syracuse
Area Sheet Metal Workers Jac Of Elmira, Lu #112 Elmira
Sheet Metal Workers Local 28 Jamaica
Sheetmetal Workers Jamestown Jac Lu #112 Jamestown
Sheet Metal Air Rail & Transportation Lu 137 Long Island City
Sheet Metal Jac Of Rochester Lu #46 Rochester
J And J Sheet Metal, LLC Vestal
Search apprenticeship.gov for current Sheet Metal Worker openings

Filter by occupation code 47-2211 and state NY for the most relevant results.

Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship in New York

Program availability in New York is moderate: 13 Sheet Metal Worker-related sponsors in our directory. Candidates in major cities will find multiple options; those in smaller markets may need to commute or relocate within the state.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Sheet Metal Workers make in New York?
The BLS reports a median wage of $73,470/yr for Sheet Metal Workers in New York (May 2024 data). Experience, union membership, and specialization all affect where you fall in the range.
What is the length of a Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship program?
Most Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeships run 4 years. Apprentices work under a journeyman while attending classes, typically earning wages from day one with scheduled increases.
What's the difference between a Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship and trade school?
An apprenticeship lets you earn while you learn over 4 years with no tuition cost. Trade school is faster (6–24 months) but costs money upfront. Both can lead to the same journeyman credential.
How do I find a Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship in New York?
Contact one of the 13 Sheet Metal Worker-adjacent registered sponsors in New York (listed below), or search apprenticeship.gov for current openings. Local union halls, community colleges, and the state apprenticeship agency are good first stops.
How much do Sheet Metal Worker apprentices earn?
Yes. Apprentices earn wages from day one, typically starting at 40–60% of the journeyman rate (roughly $36,735/yr in New York). Wages increase at regular intervals — usually every 6 months — as you progress through the program.

Prefer Trade School Instead?

Apprenticeships pay from day one, but the classroom-first path may fit better for some. Sheet Metal Workers also train through trade school programs — shorter timeline, more upfront cost.

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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2024, DOL RAPIDS Registered Apprenticeship database, ApprenticeshipUSA Sponsor Directory.